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This witty, warm and altogether delightful look at the history of music hall in Preston will fascinate lovers of musical history everywhere. Travelling from back-street alehouses to palatial theatres and featuring internationally recognised stars of the genre and some unusual local acts - including a very well received lecture on ''the joy of oysters'' - this is a must for anyone who has ever felt the pull of the stage.

From a Gin Palace to a Kings Palace

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    A Paperback / softback by David John Hindle

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      Publisher: The History Press Ltd
      Publication Date: 01/09/2007
      ISBN13: 9780752444536, 978-0752444536
      ISBN10: 0752444530
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      Book Synopsis
      This witty, warm and altogether delightful look at the history of music hall in Preston will fascinate lovers of musical history everywhere. Travelling from back-street alehouses to palatial theatres and featuring internationally recognised stars of the genre and some unusual local acts - including a very well received lecture on ''the joy of oysters'' - this is a must for anyone who has ever felt the pull of the stage.

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